Florida State University Athletics
Friday, October 16
Tallahassee, Fla.
5:00 PM
Florida State
vs
Jacksonville
FSU Begins Fall Ball vs. Jacksonville
10/16/2026 10:51:00 PM | Baseball
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida State baseball team began its Fall Ball schedule against in-state foe Jacksonville on Friday evening at Dick Howser Stadium.
The two teams played two six-inning games, as the exhibition contests are the first of the Seminoles' 2026 Fall Ball, presented by Kin.
Sophomore outfielder John Stuetzer had two hits, three RBI and a run scored with a home run in the first game. Senior catcher Kaden Frommelt and senior first baseman/left-handed pitcher Jackson McKenzie also homered as part of two-hit days. Freshman outfielder Genson Veras added two hits with two runs scored.
On the mound, McKenzie also pitched 1.0 no-hit innings in relief. He was one of five pitchers to not allow a run. Fifth-year lefty Kevin Mebil, senior right-hander John Abraham, junior righty Sebastian Lippman and sophomore right-hander Otto Espinoza all tossed 2.0 shutout innings. Espinoza struck out four and Abraham, Lippman and Mebil fanned three. Mebil did not allow a baserunner.
Espinoza, Lippman, McKenzie and Veras were four of several players to make their debuts in the Garnet and Gold on Friday night.
Florida State's weekend continues vs. North Florida on Saturday, October 17, at 1 p.m. ET. It's Fan Day, with autographs and kids run the bases postgame. Tickets are on sale now at Seminoles.com/FallBallTix. Admission is free for all FSU students with their Unconquered Pass. Gates to Dick Howser Stadium will open one hour prior to first pitch.
Saturday will each feature two six-inning games. Concession stands will be open, with specialty items available along with the regular-season ballpark favorites. Howser Green will have games and other fun activities for kids, while the Haggard Plaza videoboard will feature additional entertainment. Merchandise also will be for sale in Haggard Plaza. On-field games in between innings and a full videoboard show also are among the game day highlights planned for fans.
There will not be live stats, but updates will be available throughout the games by following and connecting with the team on social media on Twitter/X and Facebook (@FSUBaseball) and Instagram (@NoleBaseball).
Next weekend, the Seminoles travel to Tampa Bay for a matchup against South Florida at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater on October 24. First pitch is set for 1 p.m. ET at the Spring Training home of the Philadelphia Phillies and their Single-A affiliate, the Clearwater Threshers. Tickets are on sale now at ThreshersBaseball.com.
FSU's Fall Ball slate will conclude with the Garnet & Gold All-Star Game on Friday, October 30, at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for that event at Seminoles.com/FallBallTix.
2026 Fall Ball Presented by Kin
October 17, 1 p.m. – vs. North Florida – Dick Howser Stadium, Tallahassee, Florida – Tickets
October 24, 1 p.m. – vs. South Florida – BayCare Ballpark, Clearwater, Florida – Tickets
October 30, 6 p.m. – Garnet & Gold All-Star Game – Dick Howser Stadium, Tallahassee, Florida – Tickets
* All times ET
For more information on Florida State baseball, check Seminoles.com for the latest news and scheduling information, and keep up with the team on social media through Twitter/X and Facebook (@FSUBaseball) & Instagram (@NoleBaseball).
The two teams played two six-inning games, as the exhibition contests are the first of the Seminoles' 2026 Fall Ball, presented by Kin.
Sophomore outfielder John Stuetzer had two hits, three RBI and a run scored with a home run in the first game. Senior catcher Kaden Frommelt and senior first baseman/left-handed pitcher Jackson McKenzie also homered as part of two-hit days. Freshman outfielder Genson Veras added two hits with two runs scored.
On the mound, McKenzie also pitched 1.0 no-hit innings in relief. He was one of five pitchers to not allow a run. Fifth-year lefty Kevin Mebil, senior right-hander John Abraham, junior righty Sebastian Lippman and sophomore right-hander Otto Espinoza all tossed 2.0 shutout innings. Espinoza struck out four and Abraham, Lippman and Mebil fanned three. Mebil did not allow a baserunner.
Espinoza, Lippman, McKenzie and Veras were four of several players to make their debuts in the Garnet and Gold on Friday night.
Florida State's weekend continues vs. North Florida on Saturday, October 17, at 1 p.m. ET. It's Fan Day, with autographs and kids run the bases postgame. Tickets are on sale now at Seminoles.com/FallBallTix. Admission is free for all FSU students with their Unconquered Pass. Gates to Dick Howser Stadium will open one hour prior to first pitch.
Saturday will each feature two six-inning games. Concession stands will be open, with specialty items available along with the regular-season ballpark favorites. Howser Green will have games and other fun activities for kids, while the Haggard Plaza videoboard will feature additional entertainment. Merchandise also will be for sale in Haggard Plaza. On-field games in between innings and a full videoboard show also are among the game day highlights planned for fans.
There will not be live stats, but updates will be available throughout the games by following and connecting with the team on social media on Twitter/X and Facebook (@FSUBaseball) and Instagram (@NoleBaseball).
Next weekend, the Seminoles travel to Tampa Bay for a matchup against South Florida at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater on October 24. First pitch is set for 1 p.m. ET at the Spring Training home of the Philadelphia Phillies and their Single-A affiliate, the Clearwater Threshers. Tickets are on sale now at ThreshersBaseball.com.
FSU's Fall Ball slate will conclude with the Garnet & Gold All-Star Game on Friday, October 30, at 6 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for that event at Seminoles.com/FallBallTix.
2026 Fall Ball Presented by Kin
October 17, 1 p.m. – vs. North Florida – Dick Howser Stadium, Tallahassee, Florida – Tickets
October 24, 1 p.m. – vs. South Florida – BayCare Ballpark, Clearwater, Florida – Tickets
October 30, 6 p.m. – Garnet & Gold All-Star Game – Dick Howser Stadium, Tallahassee, Florida – Tickets
* All times ET
For more information on Florida State baseball, check Seminoles.com for the latest news and scheduling information, and keep up with the team on social media through Twitter/X and Facebook (@FSUBaseball) & Instagram (@NoleBaseball).
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